Drag racing classifications come and go. Then there are those that survive the test of time and generate a following.

Thirty-five years ago the NHRA introduced a new classification in Competition eliminator known as Econorail Dragster. There were two econorails divisions, A and B, reserved for single four barrel equipped dragsters with either automatic or manual transmissions.

A group of drag racers in Southern California love their econorails so much that it seemed only fitting they create an organization aimed at preserving this style of drag racing.

The Southern California Econo Dragster Association (SCEDA) was created by a group of Competition Eliminator racers who raced these econorails in the 1970s when traveling the full NHRA schedule became prohibitive.

Drag racing classifications come and go. Then there are those that survive the test of time and generate a following.

Thirty-five years ago the NHRA introduced a new classification in Competition eliminator known as Econorail Dragster. There were two econorails divisions, A and B, reserved for single four barrel equipped dragsters with either automatic or manual transmissions.

A group of drag racers in Southern California love their econorails so much that it seemed only fitting they create an organization aimed at preserving this style of drag racing.

The Southern California Econo Dragster Association (SCEDA) was created by a group of Competition Eliminator racers who raced these econorails in the 1970s when traveling the full NHRA schedule became prohibitive.

The changing face of drag racing has forced the SCEDRA to deviate from the original game plan but remains close to the passions that led to the formation of the group.

SCEDA showcases the Meizere Enterprise electronics-permitted bracket racing category; including dragsters, full bodied cars and altereds running as quick as 6.50-seconds in the quarter-mile. SCEDA also has classes for non-electronics bracket racers and Jr Dragsters.

Events include several specialized awards for driver performance. Ron Miller of West Coast Supercops in Torrance, Calif. ponies up $100 cash to the first SCEDA racer who cuts a perfect reaction time during eliminations. On the other side of the equation, Chris Lee from Cal Automotive in Phelan, Calif. will award $50 to the first person that goes red in eliminations.

“SCEDA events offer a unique and fun family atmosphere,” noted SCEDA President and former NHRA National Event Super Comp winner Brent Cannon. “We have had some bad days, where only three cars would show up, however recently we have had fields approaching 100 cars. We are happy with the growth and appreciate the support our racers and sponsors have given us over the years.”
 

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